Disney’s beloved 1993 film, Hocus Pocus, has become a staple of Halloween entertainment, transitioning from VHS nostalgia to a convenient stream on Disney+. As the movie approaches its 32nd anniversary, fans remain fond of its cast. Recently, one of the film’s child actors, Thora Birch, who portrayed Dani Dennison, graced the red carpet at the InStyle Imagemaker Awards in Bel Air, showcasing an ensemble reminiscent of her character.
On Thursday evening, Birch, now 43, made a statement with towering black patent platform shoes, blood red lipstick, and a stylish black and red blazer dress. To pay homage to her role in the witchy classic, she accented her light blonde hair with striking blue streaks.
Fans of Hocus Pocus will be thrilled to hear that Birch is open to the idea of a third installment of the franchise. Following the release of the sequel, Hocus Pocus 2, in 2022, Birch expressed her enthusiasm for revisiting her character’s journey. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight at the awards, she stated, “I’d like to know what they land on for how Dani wound up. I’m super open to the idea… they like talking about this stuff. So, we’ll see.”
The chatter surrounding Hocus Pocus 3 has intensified since fellow cast member Bette Midler hinted at a new script during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live, sparking excitement among fans eager to see where the story could go next. Midler mentioned that she has reviewed the script and shared her enthusiasm about the project’s potential.
Thora Birch’s career has continued to evolve since hocus Pocus, with notable performances in American Beauty and a BAFTA nomination. After taking a break from acting in 2012, she returned to the screen in 2018 with indie films such as Above Suspicion and later appeared in The Walking Dead. Although she was slated to be part of Netflix’s Wednesday, she left production due to creative differences.
The anticipation for a potential Hocus Pocus 3 brings a hopeful outlook, as fans of the original film and its actors look forward to what magic might unfold next.